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# Jobs in Huntington, WV — Salary & Top Employers

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**Open jobs:** 396
## Summary

- Postings on employer career sites published Jun 1 – Sep 28, 2026: 534
- Median salary: $43K
- Salary range (P25–P75): $31K – $77K
- Remote share: 10.3%

## Market Insights — September 2026

*Based on 534 postings published Jun 1 – Sep 28, 2026 • Updated September 28, 2026*

- Pay in Huntington, WV runs 39% below the United States median ($43K vs $70K).
- Industries with the most postings in Huntington, WV: Hospitals and Health Care (20% of all postings), followed by Medical Practices and Retail.

*Numbers above are computed from postings on employer career sites published in the window shown below, closed ones included. Salary figures use posted ranges where available; the market median is the median of the country the pay is quoted in, as its location page shows it. Confidence reflects sample size and signal stability vs the prior month.*

## Top industries in Huntington, WV

| Industry | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Hospitals & Health Care | 108 | $42K |
| Medical Practices | 97 | — |
| Retail | 62 | — |

**H1B sponsorship (FY2025 Q4 – FY2026 Q3):** 9 employers filed 40 petitions; under 1% of the employers hiring here now are among them.

## Top visa sponsors in Huntington, WV

| Company | Workers | Median filed wage |
|---|---|---|
| Marshall University Lewis College of Business | 28 | — |
| Precess Medical Derivatives | 4 | — |
| Model Mentor | 2 | — |
| The Curators of the University of Missouri | 1 | — |
| Huntington Hospitalist Group | 1 | — |

## Nearby cities hiring

| City | Distance | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| [Jobs in Ashland, KY — Salary & Top Employers](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/kentucky/ashland?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 11.2 mi | 254 | $49K |

## Frequently Asked Questions

### What industries are hiring in Huntington, WV?

Healthcare, higher education, manufacturing, retail, and logistics are Huntington's top hiring industries. Cabell Huntington Hospital, Marshall University, and Marathon Petroleum are among the city's largest employers.
### What salaries are typical in Huntington, WV?

Huntington's salaries are near the state average, with healthcare and university roles paying above the median. Manufacturing and logistics roles are competitive; retail wages reflect statewide norms. Check the live salary section for current figures.
### Who are the top employers in Huntington, WV?

Cabell Huntington Hospital, Marshall University, Marathon Petroleum, and the City of Huntington government are the largest employers. Steel and industrial manufacturers, along with regional retail chains, add further breadth to the job market.
### Are remote jobs available in Huntington, WV?

Remote opportunities exist for Huntington residents in education technology, healthcare administration, and IT roles linked to Marshall University and hospital systems. National remote-first companies also list positions for this metro.
### How do I explore jobs across the Tri-State area from Huntington?

The West Virginia state page links to Charleston and Parkersburg. Huntington also borders Kentucky and Ohio — jobs in Ashland, KY and Ironton, OH are common options for residents of the Tri-State region.
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